WILD RICE AND BARLEY PILAF (OVEN-BAKED)

Wild Rice and Barley Pilaf (Oven-Baked) image

Provided by Mikekey *

Time 1h25m

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 Tbsp unsalted butter
1/4 c sliced almonds
1 small yellow onion, peeled and chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
2/3 c wild rice, uncooked
1/3 c pearl barley, uncooked
2 c chicken or beef broth
1/2 c dry white wine
1/4 tsp dried basil
1/4 tsp dried oregano
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 c fresh chopped parsley
pepper, to taste

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350F. Coat a 2 1/2 quart casserole with a lid with nonstick cooking spray.
2. Melt butter in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add almonds and stir until lightly browned, about 2 minutes. Add onion and garlic and sauté until tender, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in wild rice and barley. Add stock, wine and seasonings. Stir and bring to a boil.
4. Transfer to prepared casserole. Cover and bake until rice and barley are tender and liquid is absorbed, about 1 hour and 15 minutes.
5. Stir and serve.